THERE was the usual fantastic turnout last night at the dog track for a fundraiser which has done so much good over the last three decades.

The Friends of University Hospital Kerry annual Gala Benefit Night was another success with hundreds lending their support to the cause.

Sponsored by Kerry Group, the event at Kingdom Greyhound Stadium marked the 26th anniversary of the fundraising programme, which has raised in excess of €2 million since its inauguration in 1991.

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The fundraising target for the 2016 event was €100,000 and the money raised will be used to buy equipment for several departments in the hospital.

This year’s effort was supported by the Denny Kerry District League who teamed up with the Friends of University Hospital Kerry and all the Kerry soccer clubs were paired with a greyhound in the Denny KDL Champions League Sweepstake.

CS Abbeydorney scored a win when ‘Should I Stay’ came home in first position.

Over the years, funds raised have been used for the provision of essential equipment at the hospital, which delivers critical services to families throughout County Kerry, West Limerick and North Cork.  Scroll down for photos…